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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1975
Page
11
New York stocks rose modestly as momentum from Friday's rally lingered. The Dow Jones average climbed to around 880 points, with brokers noting light trading and some short covering supporting gains. Investors eyed Sinai talks and Ford tax incentives as near-term influences on sentiment.
Des Moines and Omaha market notes report higher butchers and sow prices with weight based discounts and surcharges. Receipts, trade activity, and demand noted as moderate to steady across packing plants and country points with varied live cattle and hog price ranges and shifts in weekly averages.
Chicago prices closed mixed as a rally trimmed losses in grain futures. Wheat dipped 3/4 to 8 cents, corn fell about 1 cent, soybeans rose modestly, and oats slipped. Traders cited firm demand and profit taking by locals after late-week buying.
Iowa Illinois Gas and Electric Co reported higher earnings for the 12 months ended July 1975 driven by rate increases largely collected with refunds pending final commission approval. Earnings per share rose to 2.64 from 1.57 a year earlier, with 2.03 in 1974. Weather variances added eight cents a share over the period, while a $3.8 million base and $3.344 million annual increase approved in 1974 also contributed.
Agnes Harti Dvorsky, 43, of Solon, died Sunday after a long illness. Born October 20, 189, at Ely, she married Wesley Dvorsky on August 29, 1942, in Cedar Rapids. She was active in St Marys church and Daughters of Isabella. Surviving husband, two sisters Rose Nederhiser Cedar Rapids and Sister Mary Estelle Sacred Heart, Cedar Rapids. two brothers Jub Hartl and Du Hartl. Services Wednesday at 8:39 am at Broshs Solon and 9 am at St Marys, burial at St Johns Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 9 am–4 pm at Broshs Cedar Rapids and 6–9 pm at Broshs Solon.
The FTC charges Block WIN Waking and ad agency Grey Advertising with unsubstantiated claims for Poli Grip denture products and Pulident denture cleanser. The complaint cites comparisons to Efferdent and asserts misleading statements about cleaning efficacy and food biting results. Commissioners Nye and Thompson urged broader review of competing claims.
Douglas De Long son of Mr and Mrs Jerry DeLong of 2321 Meadow Lane NE was promoted to marine private first class after graduating from training in San Diego California. Other briefs note Ady 4 Board Meets at Kirkwood Community College and Temple Judah game nights at 3221 Lindsay Lane with air conditioning. Police report thefts and losses including a van break in, stolen tapes, jewelry, and cash from Cedar Rapids residents along with local business ads and notices.
By order of the Board of Directors of the Cater Kop igs Community School District in Linn County Iowa the district invites bids on supplying equipment materials and services for the lowest price and best interests of the school. Bids due September 8 1975 at 2 o clock p m local time. Telegraphy of bids governed by state law and bidder must meet all statutory requirements. The contract will be awarded to the bidder offering the lowest responsive bid meeting specifications and the district reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Submission of bids constitutes acceptance of terms of the notice and contract provisions. All notices posted by the secretary of the district.
Linn County Sheriff deputies set a record weekend with nineteen drunk driving arrests. The batch includes Joseph Thompson, Randall Goettsen, Earl Heoren, Dittmar, Pollock, Share, Robertson, Erenberger, Meyer, Orman, Takes, Weeks, Andersen, Hall, and others, with two cases from Marion and Hiawatha police. August totals rise to 46 for Linn County, surpassing prior monthly and weekly records as most detainees posted bond or were released to adult correctional services.
A brief report notes a Monday gala in New York featuring silver quotations and a 95 New York silver prize. The event highlights include a notable speaker and a showcase of local crafts.
Notice is hereby given that the Cedar County School District in Linn County Iowa invites sealed bids for supplies equipment and services. Bids must be submitted to the Cedar Rapids office by September 25 1975. The contract will be awarded to the bidder whose proposal best meets the district needs and provides best value to the community.
The document records the incorporation of Barvinex Pealt Inc in Iowa in 1975, listing authorized shares valued at two hundred fifty thousand dollars and names officers and directors. It also includes a public notice inviting bids for Cedar Rapids Community School District supplies, setting deadlines in August 1945 and detailing bid procedures and authorities.
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